Arawan
Arawan is a village located in Ben subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Ben (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Arawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Arawan unique in its vibrant Ben-Nalanda region. You’ll see Arawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Arawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arawan is 244993. The village spans a total geographical area of 564 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 803443. Biharsharif is nearest town to Arawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Arawan
Population of Arawan
According to the 2011 Census, Arawan has a total population of about 4,622, with approximately 2,419 males and 2,203 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 830 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 294 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.16%, with male literacy at about 57.13% and female literacy near 38.31%. There are around 849 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,622 | 2,419 | 2,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 830 | 415 | 415 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 158 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,226 | 1,382 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,396 | 1,037 | 1,359 |
Connectivity of Arawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arawan. As per the 2011 stats, Arawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Arawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arawan
- Where is Arawan located?
- Arawan village is situated in Ben Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arawan?
- Arawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arawan?
- The pincode of Arawan is 803443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arawan is 4,622, with 2,419 males and 2,203 females.
- How many households are there in Arawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arawan village has a total of 849 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arawan is 48.16%. The male literacy rate is 57.13%, while the female literacy rate is 38.31%.